The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lipari to Catania
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lipari to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lipari to Catania will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Lipari for Catania on Fri, Feb 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct ferries cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest ferries will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Lipari to Catania Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Siremar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Siremar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Siremar | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Siremar | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Lipari to Catania ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Lipari to Catania ferries for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DANIELA MORACE | 4:50 PM Port of Lipari | 1h05 | 5:55 PM Port of Milazzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 5:10 PM Port of Lipari | 1h05 | 6:15 PM Port of Milazzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 6 | |||||
![]() | 8:50 AM Lipari | 1h10 | 10:00 AM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Lipari | 1h10 | 4:30 PM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Lipari | 3h15 | 7:30 PM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lipari to Catania
Ferries from Lipari to Catania run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 23 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:55, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 58 nautical miles (108 km) distance in 1h 5m. There are 93 sailings per week. Ferries from Lipari to Catania are available to foot passengers.


Distance 58 nautical miles (108 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Ferries per day 23 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 93 |
Fastest ferry 1h 5m |
First ferry 01:55 |
Last ferry 21:00 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines, Siremar from Lipari to CataniaYou can travel by ferry between Lipari to Catania with Liberty Lines, Siremar for as low as $17 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Siremar
FAQs: Ferry from Lipari to Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lipari to Catania by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Catania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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